Heteropolysakkarideiksi
Heteropolysaccharides are complex carbohydrates composed of more than one type of monosaccharide unit. Unlike homopolysaccharides, which consist of repeating units of a single monosaccharide, heteropolysaccharides have a varied structure. The different monosaccharide components can be arranged in a linear or branched fashion, and their sequence can be highly specific. These complex structures are formed through enzymatic glycosidic linkages, where specific enzymes control the type of sugar, the anomeric configuration, and the position of the linkage.
Heteropolysaccharides play crucial roles in various biological systems. In plants, they are found in cell walls,
The diverse structures of heteropolysaccharides lead to a wide range of functional properties. Their heterogeneity allows